Getting Here

The vast majority of people arrive in Singapore by air. Given the location of this island, it's a major airline hub for those travelling in Asia and flying to or from other regions. You can also arrive to Singapore by sea, train or road from Malaysia.

Visas are not required to enter Singapore for citizens of the USA, EU and Commonwealth countries.

Generally a free entry with a minimum of 14 days is the norm though citizens of the USA may be eligible for as many as 90 free entry days. For further information, please check with your country’s Singapore Consulate, or visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website at http://www.mfa.gov.sg/home/idx_visaFor.html.

Below are directions and information for the various modes of transport available to enter Singapore. Please note these directions and information may change at any time.

Flight
To date, the Singapore Air Travel Industry approximates four million passengers per year through Changi International Airport. 70 airlines fly to over 53 countries and 160 cities. Please check with your closest international airport or travel agent of choice to assist you in air travel recommendations.

Driving
(a) Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) and Toll Charges
In addition to tolls, foreign motorists are charged for a VEP at the Singapore checkpoints. Toll charges range by checkpoint from S$3.70 per trip to S$0.60 upon arrival and departure. VEP Autopass Cards are sold at the immigration booths and VEP/Tolls office at the Singapore checkpoints with daily fees of S$20.

For further information on VEP and toll charges, please visit the Singapore Land Transport Authority website - http://www.lta.gov.sg/motoring_matters/motoring_guide_overview.htm.

(b) Electronic Road Pricing (ERP)
ERP fees are required when driving into or around Singapore. Motorists have the option of installing or renting an In-Vehicle Unit or a fixed ERP fee of approximately S$5 which is deducted upon departure.

For further information on the ERP requirements and fees, please visit the Singapore Land Authority website - http://www.lta.gov.sg/motoring_matters/index_motoring_erp.htm.

Train
If you're entering Singapore via Malaysia or Thailand, you may consider taking a train. There are two train services available:

Eastern & Orental Express website - Eastern & Oriental Express

KTM Trains website and e-ticket link.

Bus
Two reliable and comfortable train services are available for travel from Malaysia to Singapore:

Plusliner website - http://www.plusliner.com

Konsortium website - http://www.konsortium.com.sg